Q&A: Completing a Tractate
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Completing a Tractate
Question
Is it permissible to make a siyum on a tractate via Zoom?
Answer
In my opinion, there is no problem at all. I assume you mean with respect to Kaddish, because otherwise you can make a siyum even without having finished. There is no halakhic problem with this. But even regarding Kaddish, there is no halakhic problem. In any case, as I wrote in the past, in my opinion Zoom counts toward a minyan.
Discussion on Answer
Nothing very detailed or fully reasoned. I think it is mentioned in the column about leniencies during the coronavirus period (289), but I'm not sure. I also mentioned it in the series of video lessons on Jewish law and reality.
Where did the Rabbi write about Zoom counting toward a minyan? I'd be happy for a reference. It really interests me.